Definitions

Question 1

Ferrous Metals: 3

Answer 1

• Contain Iron
• Rust (require a finish)
• Are magnetic

Question 2

Manufactured Board: 3

Answer 2

• Comes in large sheets
• Stable (doesn’t warp)
• Comes in different thicknesses

Question 3

Hardwoods: 4

Answer 3

• Expensive
• Not sustainable
• Slow Growing
• Deciduous

Question 4

Thermosets: 3

Answer 4

• Can’t be re-shaped
• Can’t be recycled
• Chemical bond is made during the setting process

Question 5

Thermoplastics: 2

Answer 5

• Can be reshaped
• Can be recycled

Question 6

Non-Ferrous Metals: 3

Answer 6

• Don’t rust
• Don’t contain iron
• Don’t require any finish

Question 7

Softwoods: 4

Answer 7

• Sustainable
• Fast-growing
• Cheaper than Hardwoods
• Conifers

Question 8

Frame Joints: 5

Answer 8

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Question 9

Carcase Joints: 5

Answer 9

• butt joint
• housing joint
• lap joint
• dovetail joint
• comb joint

Question 10

Standard Components: 5

Answer 10

• Standardised sizes (versatile)
• Mass produced
• Cheap
• Save time
• Screws/drill bits/circuit boards/etc